We recently gave ChatGPT the following prompt in an effort to see where we as a clinic could improve our tinnitus treatment services. We wanted to see how we stack up to our competitors.
The ChatGPT Prompt
Acting as the the health and wellness writer for a Utah based online health magazine, write a blog post about the top places in Utah to go for the treatment of tinnitus. Rank the top five based on 1. Treatment options. Which practices have the most and best scientifically proven treatment options for tinnitus? 2. Reputation. Which practices have the best reviews across Google, Facebook, Healthy Hearing, Health Grades. 3. Education. Which practices do the most to educate their patients and the community at large about tinnitus. 4. Successful treatments. Which practices have the most proof through video and written testimonials on Youtube and on their websites about their successful treatment of tinnitus?
ChatGPT's Response
The following is an in-depth guide to the Top 5 Places in Utah for Tinnitus Treatment, now including clinics offering the Lenire® bimodal neuromodulation device. Rankings are based on:
- Treatment options – scientifically supported methods (including Lenire®).
- Reputation – ratings across Google, Facebook, Healthy Hearing, Healthgrades.
- Education – community outreach, blogs, events.
- Success evidence – video and written patient testimonials.
The Results
🥇 1. Timpanogos Hearing & Tinnitus (American Fork & Spanish Fork)
Treatment options: Offers a full range of evidence-based therapies: hearing aids, sound therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, their proprietary My Tinnitus Therapy, and notably, they were the first Utah clinic approved to provide FDA‑cleared Lenire®, reporting over 90% success in reducing tinnitus.
Reputation: Highly rated with 5★ reviews on Google, Facebook, Healthy Hearing, and Healthgrades; over 6,000 patients treated .
Education: Active in public education—hosts podcasts, blogs, community talks, authored books on tinnitus by Dr. Layne Garrett and Dr. Keith Darrow .
Success stories: Abundant testimonials on YouTube and their website; written stories detailing real-life relief.
🥈 2. Hearing & Brain Centers of America (Multiple locations – Bountiful, St. George, Cedar City, Richfield)
Treatment options: Offers a 7‑step evaluation with cognitive screening, hearing aids, TRT, and CBT—over 90% of patients report significant relief .
Reputation: Featured by KSL and well-regarded locally; strong patient feedback and trust in their NeuroTechnology program .
Education: Offers free baseline “tinnitus number” screening tool, community articles, and public resources .
Success stories: Case studies (e.g., Steve Ruesch) with documented positive outcomes on KSL and clinic platforms .
🥉 3. Utah Hearing & Brain Centers – Bountiful (Hearing and Brain Centers of America affiliate)
Treatment options:Offers hearing aids, neurotech, and direct-auditory nerve stimulation .
Reputation: Highly rated regional presence as part of statewide network; patient reviews praise efficacy.
Education: Commits to educating patients with detailed consultation protocols and wellbeing follow-up .
Success stories: Hosts patient videos and written testimonials on-site (“Watch This Video to Hear About Real Life Transformations”) .
4. ENT Center of Utah (Salt Lake City, Draper, Millcreek, Heber City, Riverton)
Treatment options: Offers ENT-led comprehensive care: hearing aids, maskers, personalized TRT-based masking strategies .
Reputation: Established ENT network with strong multi-platform reviews and recognition for patient service .
Education: Provides clinic-based educational videos and resources about tinnitus management .
Success stories: Shares structured patient reviews and stories on their website and patient portal.
5. Ogden Clinic Audiology (Ogden & Bountiful via Mountain West ENT partnership)
Treatment options: Focuses on identifying underlying causes, hearing-loss management with aids that reduce tinnitus perception .
Reputation: Solid regional provider; well-reviewed for professionalism and patient care.
Education: Offers informational blogs and newsletters explaining tinnitus and management strategies .
Success stories: Provides video interviews (e.g., Dr. Laurel Brewer series) and strong written patient feedback .
Best Clinics for Treating Tinnitus At A Glance
Rank | Clinic | Treatment Options (incl. Lenire) | Reputation | Education | Success Evidence |
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1 | Timpanogos Hearing & Tinnitus | Full range + Lenire (90%+) | 5★, 6K+ patients | Podcasts, books, events | Video & patient blogs |
2 | Hearing & Brain Centers of America | 7-step + neurotech | Strong media & local reviews | Screening tool, articles | Case studies, local press |
3 | Utah Hearing & Brain Bountiful | Same network, enabled | High patient satisfaction | Personalized training | Clinic videos & transformations |
4 | ENT Center of Utah | Hearing aids, maskers, TRT | Excellent reviews | Educational videos | Patient-class testimonials |
5 | Ogden Clinic Audiology | Hearing-loss focused | Good regional reputation | Blogs/newsletter | Dr. interviews & reviews |